While it can be helpful in certain cases, locking the entire computer isn’t a choice you are left with when someone of higher rank is around to check an important mail on your machine. Well, if you can’t say no, you can at least configure some restrictions beforehand. This is where you can find Ratool to be of some use.
Restrict USB access to PC
Ratool or Removable Access Tool is a very simple-to-use portable freeware Application that helps an individual protect his confidential data from being copied by others via a USB. When you download and install the application you are presented with a simple interface that boasts options to either disable USB flash drive access temporarily or access it with restricted permissions or disable the access completely. So, when you first launch the app, you will notice these 3 different toggles. The USB icon changes its color as per the option chosen. It becomes:
Green – when the default option (Allow Read & Write) is in use.Yellow – When in the Read Only modeRed – When in the Disable USB Disks Detection mode.
Other options you may find useful include: USB Device Autorun Control. It helps in saving your computer from threats of virus infections by disabling USB Device’s autorun function.
Show hidden files on the selected drive. Just hit the button to check if there are hidden files on the selected drive
Password Properties. Change the password for accessing a USB at anytime to prevent unauthorized changes.
Just enter a new password and hit the ‘Apply’ button.
Ratool free download
You can download Ratool free from its home page. How to disable or enable USB Ports in Windows 11/10 may also interest you.
